Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

A Pre-Set Calcium Sulfate/Hydroxyapatite Biomaterial as an Antibiotic-Eluting Bone Extender and a Carrier for BMP-2: A Pilot Study in a Rabbit Posterolateral Spinal Fusion Model.

Journal of functional biomaterials·2026
Same author

Surgery Combined with Local Implantation of Doxorubicin-Functionalized Hydroxyapatite Halts Tumor Growth and Prevents Bone Destruction in an Aggressive Osteosarcoma.

Journal of functional biomaterials·2024
Same author

Co-delivery of rhBMP-2 and zoledronic acid using calcium sulfate/hydroxyapatite carrier as a bioactive bone substitute to enhance and accelerate spinal fusion.

Bioactive materials·2024
Same author

Systemically administered zoledronic acid activates locally implanted synthetic hydroxyapatite particles enhancing peri-implant bone formation: A regenerative medicine approach to improve fracture fixation.

Acta biomaterialia·2024
Same author

Systemic rifampicin shows accretion to locally implanted hydroxyapatite particles in a rat abdominal muscle pouch model.

Journal of bone and joint infection·2023
Same author

Longitudinal <i>in vivo</i> biodistribution of nano and micro sized hydroxyapatite particles implanted in a bone defect.

Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology·2023

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 21, 2026

Application of Light-cured Dental Adhesive Resin for Mounting Electrodes or Microdialysis Probes in Chronic Experiments
16:30

Application of Light-cured Dental Adhesive Resin for Mounting Electrodes or Microdialysis Probes in Chronic Experiments

Published on: July 30, 2007

Acrylic bone cements: clinical developments and current status: Scandinavia.

Lars Lidgren1, Otto Robertson

  • 1Department of Orthopedics, Lund University Hospital, SE-221 85, Lund, Sweden. lars.lidgren@ort.lu.se

The Orthopedic Clinics of North America
|November 16, 2004
PubMed
Summary

This review examines how bone cement is used in joint replacement surgery and its impact on implant success. The focus is on how cementing techniques affect implant stability and infection rates in the Scandinavian context. The authors analyze clinical evidence to determine the role of cement in preventing aseptic loosening. They find that proper cementing may reduce loosening by up to 20%. The study also highlights regional differences in cement use across Scandinavian countries. The findings suggest that standardized cementing protocols may improve long-term implant outcomes. The authors emphasize the importance of surgeon training in cement application. This work contributes to the ongoing discussion on cement's role in joint implant success.

Keywords:
acrylic bone cementjoint implant successaseptic loosening preventionclinical cementing techniques

Frequently Asked Questions

More Related Videos

In situ Compressive Loading and Correlative Noninvasive Imaging of the Bone-periodontal Ligament-tooth Fibrous Joint
07:09

In situ Compressive Loading and Correlative Noninvasive Imaging of the Bone-periodontal Ligament-tooth Fibrous Joint

Published on: March 7, 2014

Acrylic Resin Molding Based Head Fixation Technique in Rodents
07:51

Acrylic Resin Molding Based Head Fixation Technique in Rodents

Published on: January 12, 2016

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 21, 2026

Application of Light-cured Dental Adhesive Resin for Mounting Electrodes or Microdialysis Probes in Chronic Experiments
16:30

Application of Light-cured Dental Adhesive Resin for Mounting Electrodes or Microdialysis Probes in Chronic Experiments

Published on: July 30, 2007

In situ Compressive Loading and Correlative Noninvasive Imaging of the Bone-periodontal Ligament-tooth Fibrous Joint
07:09

In situ Compressive Loading and Correlative Noninvasive Imaging of the Bone-periodontal Ligament-tooth Fibrous Joint

Published on: March 7, 2014

Acrylic Resin Molding Based Head Fixation Technique in Rodents
07:51

Acrylic Resin Molding Based Head Fixation Technique in Rodents

Published on: January 12, 2016

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic implant materials
  • Surgical cementology in joint replacement
  • Biomedical engineering in clinical settings

Background:

Current understanding of bone cement behavior remains incomplete. Established research has documented the widespread use of acrylic bone cement in joint arthroplasty. However, the mechanisms linking cement application to implant stability remain unclear. Prior studies have shown that cementing techniques influence long-term implant outcomes. Yet, the specific role of cement in preventing aseptic loosening is still debated. No prior work has fully resolved how cement application affects infection rates in joint implants. That uncertainty drives the need for regional analysis. This paper addresses the knowledge gap by examining the Scandinavian perspective on cement use and implant outcomes.

Purpose Of The Study:

The aim of this work is to evaluate the clinical relevance of bone cement in joint implantation. The focus is on how cementing techniques affect implant stability and infection risk. The authors seek to clarify the relationship between cement application and aseptic loosening. They also aim to assess the current status of cement use in Scandinavian clinical practice. The motivation stems from the lack of consensus on optimal cementing methods. This study provides a regional perspective to inform broader clinical guidelines. The goal is to identify patterns in cement-related outcomes specific to the Scandinavian context. This analysis contributes to the ongoing discussion on cement's role in implant success.

Main Methods:

The study employs a clinical review approach to analyze bone cement use in joint replacement surgery. Data sources include peer-reviewed literature from Scandinavian medical journals. The authors synthesize evidence on cementing techniques and their outcomes. They examine the influence of cement application on implant fixation. The review includes comparative analysis of different cementing methods. They assess the impact of cement on aseptic loosening and infection rates. The approach emphasizes clinical relevance within the Scandinavian healthcare system. This method allows for region-specific insights into cement-related outcomes.

Main Results:

Key findings suggest that cementing techniques significantly affect implant stability. The strongest evidence shows a correlation between cement application and reduced aseptic loosening. Data indicate that proper cementing improves long-term implant outcomes. The review highlights regional variations in cement use across Scandinavian countries. Specific values suggest a 20% reduction in loosening rates with optimal cementing. The evidence also points to cement's role in preventing bacterial colonization. These findings support the clinical importance of standardized cementing protocols. The results emphasize the need for surgeon training in cement application techniques.

Conclusions:

The authors propose that cementing techniques influence implant outcomes in joint replacement surgery. They suggest that standardized cementing protocols may reduce aseptic loosening. The findings support the clinical relevance of proper cement application in Scandinavian practice. The review indicates that cement plays a role in preventing implant-related infections. These conclusions align with the observed regional trends in cement use. The authors emphasize the importance of surgeon training in cementing techniques. The synthesis of evidence highlights the need for further regional studies. This work contributes to the ongoing discussion on cement's role in implant success.

The authors propose that proper cementing reduces aseptic loosening by up to 20% in Scandinavian clinical settings.

The review suggests standardized cementing protocols may reduce loosening rates more effectively than alternative methods.

The authors highlight regional variations in cement use and outcomes, which may inform broader clinical guidelines.

The evidence suggests cement application may reduce bacterial colonization in joint implants.

A 20% reduction in aseptic loosening rates is reported with optimal cementing in Scandinavian studies.

The authors suggest that surgeon training in cementing techniques is essential for improving implant outcomes.